Recalls ·2020 Hyundai Kona AWD

2020 Hyundai Kona AWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Kona AWD; the most frequently affected component is engine. Owners filed 158 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 10 model years of this model in the database, 2020 ranks #3 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints158
Crashes reported1in stored complaints
Fires reported2in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

EngineCampaign 21V301000 · 28 Apr 2021

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.

Risk: A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.

Equipment — LabelsCampaign 20V022000 · 17 Jan 2020

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Kona vehicles. The certification label may indicate incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 567, "Certification" and 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: An incorrect GAWR could result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers displaying the correct GAWR over the affected areas of the certification label, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 187.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine26 · 65%
Power train9 · 22%
Unknown or other4 · 10%
Electrical system3 · 8%
Vehicle speed control3 · 8%
Engine and engine cooling3 · 8%
Fuel/propulsion system2 · 5%
Service brakes2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

202517
202623

From owner complaints

the headlights in this model Kona keep burning out after 9 months or so. I have replaced them multiple times in the last 5 years on both left and right sides. I use glove to put in the bulbs and are very careful not to let my hands touch the bulb. I have never had this happen with any other car I have owned. I suspect…

Electrical system · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The timing system was repaired in February 2025. After similar symptoms of vehicle stalling, the check engine light came on Found a software update that needed to be completed to determine if engine needed replaced. Dealership has refused for seven weeks to complete the entire job of the update which includes running…

Power train · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

Vehicle suddenly began shutting off upon braking and/or acceleration at any speed, idling very hard, and/or barely starting or dying immediately after starting and making a very loud whining noise while driving on an interstate. A mechanic ran a diagnostic test on it and determined that it was a P1327 code and…

Engine · Oct 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The vehicle has ~51K miles. It has been maintained according to the manufacturer's recommended repair schedule. At low speeds (<10 mph) or when coming from a full stop the vehicle hard shifts. When driving up inclines at low speeds (<10 mph), the vehicle shakes and stutters on the verge of shutting off. This happened…

Power train · Oct 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20180
20191
20202
20211
20220
20231
20244
20251
20263
20270

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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